goldarn
- noun
- /ˈɡoʊdɑrn/
- Archaic
- What in the goldarn world is going on here?
Examples
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We're in the goldarn major leagues, boys.
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Get this goldarn rope off my neck!
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I'll be the hero, and you can be the goldarn villain and see how it feels!
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Not a goldarn thing.
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Goldarn it, Maynard!
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I can't believe this goldarn situation happened again.
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This goldarn computer keeps freezing when I try to work.
Synonyms
A word people say when they feel annoyed or surprised
A rude strong swear word people say when angry or frustrated
A short phrase people say when they feel frustrated or disappointed
A short sound people say or write to show anger
A written sound that shows anger or frustration
A short gruff sound that shows annoyance or disapproval
A short angry word people say when they feel a little annoyed
Said when you are a little angry, annoyed, or surprised
People say this to show annoyance or strong feeling
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Etymology
Goldarn can name a mild curse or quick exclamation someone says when things go wrong. A helpful way to remember it is to see it as a softened version of goddamn mixed with darn, which is why it is a less strong, old-fashioned swear.